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Book Synopsis: In the winter of 1925, Nome, Alaska, was hit by an unexpected and deadly outbreak of diphtheria. Officials immediately quarantined the town, but the only cure for the community of more than 1,400 people was antitoxin serum and the nearest supply was in Anchorage-hundreds of miles of snowbound wilderness away. The only way to get it to Nome was by dogsled.
Twenty teams braved subzero temperatures and blizzard conditions to run over 600 miles in six days in a desperate relay race that saved the people of Nome. Several of the dogs, including Togo and Balto, became national heroes. Today their efforts, and those of the courageous mushers, are commemorated every March by the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Jon Van Zyle's stunning oil paintings capture the brutal conditions, pristine wilderness, and sheer guts and determination demonstrated by the heroic mushers and dogs.
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Embark on an exhilarating journey through time with "The Great Serum Race: Blazing the Iditarod Trail." This gripping book delves into the little-known but extraordinary true story of how a daring relay race saved the people of Nome, Alaska, from a devastating diphtheria outbreak in 1925. The pages of this captivating tale are filled with heart-stopping adventure, indomitable spirit, and the unwavering bond between humans and their loyal canine companions.
Immerse yourself in the treacherous winter of 1925, where you'll experience the bone-chilling subzero temperatures and blizzard conditions that tested the limits of twenty brave teams. These courageous mushers had one mission: to transport the life-saving antitoxin serum over 600 miles of snowbound wilderness to the desperate townsfolk in Nome.
Through the vivid and awe-inspiring oil paintings by renowned artist Jon Van Zyle, you will be transported into the untamed wilderness of Alaska. Van Zyle's masterful strokes depict the breathtaking beauty of the pristine landscapes and the gritty determination etched on the faces of the mushers and dogs alike.
Unearth this forgotten chapter of American history, where heroism knows no bounds. As you turn each page, you'll feel the adrenaline surge through your veins, marveling at the sheer guts and resilience displayed by both humans and their canine counterparts. Are you ready to join this epic adventure?
Don't miss out on this remarkable tale that inspired the legendary Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, which still captivates hearts every March. Order your copy of "The Great Serum Race: Blazing the Iditarod Trail" now, and let the pages transport you to a world of courage, perseverance, and triumph. Experience history come alive with this incredible book that will leave you breathless.
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